Is the Samsung Galaxy S25 (Ultra) Waterproof? Answered!

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The Galaxy S25 series is finally here, folks! Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+ (Plus), and the beefier Galaxy S25 Ultra at the first Unpacked event of 2025. Since you’re here, we are assuming you may have pre-ordered any of the three devices or are planning to do the same.

No wonder you have a lot of questions about it, some of which might be related to durability. So, it’s not a surprise for you (especially the clumsy ones) to worry about how it holds up around the water. After all, you are shelling out your hard-earned money. Well, that’s what we are here to talk about, so keep reading.

Is Your Galaxy S25 (Ultra) Waterproof?

The short answer to your question is No, the Galaxy S25 series is not completely waterproof. Ideally, when we say a product is waterproof in daily life, it means that every product is completely safe around water.

While this is mostly true for all sorts of waterproof-grade products, there are some exceptions and things to consider when we talk about electronic items like smartphones. So, you should be asking, is the Galaxy S25 series water-resistant? Yes, the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra are water-resistant.

Do the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra have an IP rating?

Well, the good news is that all three devices from the Galaxy S25 series come with an IP68 rating, which makes them resistant to water and dust, as we previously mentioned.

What does an IP68 rating mean for the Galaxy S25 series?

This rating for the Galaxy S25, S25, and S25 Ultra means the devices should be fine during complete immersion in โ€œclean waterโ€ up to 5 feet for 30 minutes.

In a real-life scenario, your Galaxy S25 series smartphone should withstand accidental splashes, spills, or light exposure to water. Not to mention, the device is also safe to use in light rain, or even while taking a shower.

Can I take my Galaxy S25 (Ultra) to a swimming pool or the ocean/sea?

If you paid attention, we used the term clean water above while talking about the IP68 rating. Wondering why? That’s because companies generally use clean water during the water-resistant testing process.

Although Samsung says that it’s quite safe to head to a beach or waterpark with your beloved Galaxy S25 series smartphone, you should make sure not to dip it in the ocean (with salt water) or your backyard pool with chlorine-treated water.

What to do if you drop your Galaxy S25 series smartphone in a pool or seawater?

Let’s assume the worst. You just dropped your shiny Galaxy S25 series phone in a pool or seawater, which Samsung generally advises not to. However, you have to act quickly in such a situation. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Take your phone out of the water as soon as possible.
  2. If possible, shut it off immediately.
  3. Most importantly, rinse your device with clean water.
  4. Now, all you can do is set it out to dry. Remember, donโ€™t expose it to direct sunlight. Itโ€™s best to keep it in front of a drying fan.
  5. Once it is completely dried off, turn it back on.

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Rishaj Upadhyay

Rishaj has been writing professionally for over four years with a passion for Android and all things tech. He likes to always be up-to-date on the latest news in the industry and write about it. When he is not writing, you can find capturing landscape shots, listening to podcasts, and more.

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